Sandra Carol Gantz

Celebrating the Life of Sandra "Sandy" Carol Gantz
March 28, 1950 - June 27, 2026
There are some people whose kindness quietly leaves a mark on everyone they meet. Sandy was one of those people.
Sandy was born on March 28, 1950, in Tulsa, Oklahoma, to Eugene Austin Gantz and Carol Joan Wood. She graduated from Sapulpa High School [Class of 1968] and went on to build a successful career with Blue Cross & Blue Shield of Oklahoma in various roles before retiring in November 2001. Throughout her life, she always cared for others she loved, including her young brother and sister, her children, and grandchildren.
If you asked Sandy what mattered most, she would never point to a job title or an accomplishment. She would point to her family, especially those who called her "Nan."
Sandy was a devoted mother, grandmother, sister, and friend. She had a unique way about herself that made people feel loved and understood. Her heart was generous, her spirit was strong, and her love was unconditional.
On Saturday, June 27, 2026, Sandy passed peacefully at ClareHouse in Tulsa, Oklahoma, surrounded by family after a courageous battle with kidney cancer. While her family takes comfort in knowing she is no longer suffering, they know there will forever be an empty place where her smile, laughter, and loving presence once were.
Sandy leaves behind a family who adored her and who will carry her memory forward each day: her son, Greg Graham, and daughter-in-law, Charlin Graham; her beloved grandchildren, Kolin Graham, Kyler Graham, Kody Graham, Krislynn Hickman, and Kolton Hickman; her stepmom, Lil Gantz; her brothers, Darrell Gantz, Ron Wood and Frank Gantz; and her sisters, Kristi Quinton & Lori Hurst along with many extended family members and dear friends. She was welcomed into Heaven by those she loved and missed deeply: her daughter, Jennifer Jill Hickman-Graham; her mother, Carol Joan Wood; her father, Eugene Austin Gantz; and her nephew, Bryan Quinton.
While Sandy's family grieves her passing, they choose to celebrate the beautiful life she lived. They celebrate the countless sacrifices she made, the strength she showed through life's challenges, the love she poured into her children and grandchildren, and the countless memories that will forever bring smiles through tears.
Sandy's legacy is not measured in years, but in lives touched. It is found in every act of kindness she showed, every hug she gave, and every person who was blessed to know her.
The family would like to express their deepest gratitude to the caring nurses and staff of CompleteOK Hospice and ClareHouse. Their compassion, comfort, and extraordinary care during the past several months were a profound blessing. The kindness they showed her and the support they provided the family will never be forgotten.
Sandy's earthly journey has ended, but her love remains. It lives on in the stories we tell, the memories we cherish, and the family she loved so deeply. She will be missed beyond words and loved beyond measure.
"Those we love never truly leave us. They live on in the hearts they touched, the lives they changed, and the love they gave."
Resting Place: Green Hill Memorial Gardens, Columbarium West, 400 East Teel Road, Sapulpa, Oklahoma.
A message from her son, Greg: Mom was overjoyed to see her grandson, Kolin Graham, marry the love of his life, Shea and begin the next chapter of his journey after being accepted into his first choice in medical school at the OU School of Community Medicine in Tulsa. She was equally proud of Kyler's determination and dedication as he pursued his dreams of becoming a commercial pilot. For all the trials I put her through, I'm thankful I was able to care for her this past year. Though her presence will be deeply missed, her family takes comfort knowing she witnessed these dreams taking flight and carried that pride with her until the very end.
I love you mom, thanks for everything! _Gregory Lynn
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